After struggling through her own painful divorce, Becky Whetstone wondered, “Why couldn’t a marriage therapist help us?” Motivated to understand the underlying causes of marital distress and help others manage themselves and their relationship through challenging times, she took a deep dive into marital research and the challenges that tear a relationship apart. “I found a treasure trove,” she said. “I found so much information on marriage crisis and it just drove me crazy that this … [Read more...] about How to Navigate a Marriage in Crisis
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Getting Uncomfortable Can Lead to Mental and Physical Toughness
Growth hurts. Remember those growing pains you had as a teenager when the ache reached deep into your bones? Imagine how former Houston Rockets center Yao Ming felt as a kid, inching his way up to 7’6” – Yao-ouch! But I bet he would tell you, his growing pains paid off! It does seem ironic, doesn’t it, when you strive all these years to get to a place where you can be “comfortable” and then you read a leadership book that encourages you to get out of that comfort zone because it’s good for … [Read more...] about Getting Uncomfortable Can Lead to Mental and Physical Toughness
Specialty Shops Draw New Customers to Pine Ridge Marketplace
A fresh wave of businesses has arrived at Pine Ridge Marketplace, drawing increased foot traffic and adding diversity to the shopping experience. Among the newcomers are Arctic Sweets, Wynn Witty Works, RCDC Market and Prescott Bodywork Center, each offering something unique to customers. Arctic Sweets: A Taste of the World in Every Bite Kaylee Hancock, owner of Arctic Sweets, named her store after its specialty: freeze-dried candy. But Arctic Sweets is no ordinary confectionery. While it … [Read more...] about Specialty Shops Draw New Customers to Pine Ridge Marketplace
National Association Honors Prescott Airport Director Rick Crider
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is honoring Prescott Airport Director Rick Crider with the NATA Airport Executive Partnership Award. According to a press release, “The award recognizes an airport manager for his or her outstanding efforts to foster relationships between aviation businesses and airport operators.” “All of us at the City of Prescott are thrilled that Rick is being recognized with the Airport Executive Partnership Award,” said Prescott City Manager Dallin … [Read more...] about National Association Honors Prescott Airport Director Rick Crider
Mufasa, Maria and the Phantom of the Opera Bring Sedona Broadway Buffs to their Feet
Growing up in the Mississippi Delta, young Ezekiel Andrew watched “The Lion King” over and over again on his family’s VHS player, singing along with Simba, “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King.” Today, some 20 years later, his gratitude and his range run as deep as “Ol’ Man River,” proving what can happen when you dare to dream “The Impossible Dream.” Andrew is now firmly planted on Broadway, a cast member in “The Lion King” since 2021, and yes, king. “Sometimes I get to play Mufasa!” he shared with … [Read more...] about Mufasa, Maria and the Phantom of the Opera Bring Sedona Broadway Buffs to their Feet
Sheri Morris Captures Camp Verde’s Beauty on Canvas
Impressionist artist Sheri Morris has always loved painting the landscape of Camp Verde. So, after retiring eight years ago, she and her husband, Ed, moved to the city nicknamed “The Center of it All,” because of its middle-of-the-state location. “It’s such a wonderful place to live and paint,” said Morris, who found her dream home on a knoll with picturesque views. “I love the Verde River, the surrounding mountains, old buildings and the Native American ruins here.” Drawing and painting is … [Read more...] about Sheri Morris Captures Camp Verde’s Beauty on Canvas
Verde Valley Business Boot Camps Teach Principles of Sustainability
Thirty-week-old Rhode Island Red Chicks will be making a short trip in mid-April from a supplier in Tucson to the U.S. Post Office in Cottonwood. These top egg producers will be traveling in a little cardboard box with holes in it and enough nutrients to feed them on their journey. When the chicks arrive, a postal worker will call Marcus and Jill Thompson, managers of ECO Farm, a nonprofit model of sustainable and regenerative farming on East Highway 89A in Cottonwood. The Thompsons said they … [Read more...] about Verde Valley Business Boot Camps Teach Principles of Sustainability
Prescott Earth Day to Celebrate Connectivity, Sustainability
Prescott’s annual Earth Day celebration returns Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring 43 booths along Cortez Street between Union and Goodwin streets, adjacent to Courthouse Plaza. This year’s theme, “Connectivity: All of Us Working Together,” highlights the collective effort toward sustainability and environmental awareness. The Greater Prescott Outdoors Fund organizes the event, which runs alongside the Wildfire Expo, hosted by the Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface … [Read more...] about Prescott Earth Day to Celebrate Connectivity, Sustainability
High-Tech Avian Detection System Becomes Golden Eagle Conservation Tool
Babbitt Ranches and its nonprofit research arm, Landsward Foundation, have long considered the golden eagle a sensitive species and have been monitoring the SP Crater area in particular for decades as an important golden eagle territory. In collaboration with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, they have been focused on protecting the eagles from human disturbances during the critical breeding and nesting period occurring now, from January through May. Meanwhile, Babbitt Ranches began … [Read more...] about High-Tech Avian Detection System Becomes Golden Eagle Conservation Tool
Brave Hearts Event to Honor Veterans, First Responders, Showcasing the Healing Power of Horses
A new event celebrating the service of veterans and first responders while highlighting the life-changing work of therapeutic riding is set to debut in Chino Valley this summer. Hosted by Horses with Heart, a local nonprofit therapeutic riding center, the inaugural Brave Hearts horse show and open house will take place Sunday, June 22, at the organization’s facility, 2705 S. Highway 89. The day-long gathering, free for all ages, includes a special horse event for veterans and first responders, … [Read more...] about Brave Hearts Event to Honor Veterans, First Responders, Showcasing the Healing Power of Horses
